This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
"Garden leave" refers to the situation in which an employer instructs an employee not to come into work for the duration of the notice period. It is most commonly used when the employee has given notice of resignation to go to work for a business that is in competition with the employer.
A garden leave clause requires an employee to stay away from the workplace and stop working even though their contract of employment continues. Strictly speaking, garden leave can be imposed at any point during the course of employment, but it is usually introduced for all or part of an employee's notice period.
Garden leave provisions are generally enforceable in California, but they are subject to certain limitations. First, the garden leave provision must be reasonable in its duration and scope. In general, a garden leave period of two months or less is considered reasonable.
Courts generally find that reasonable notice or garden leave provisions and other restrictions are enforceable when supported by a legitimate business interest, such as protecting and cementing customer relationships, maintaining the confidentiality of proprietary information, or both.
I am writing to formally acknowledge receipt of your resignation notice on date. As you requested, your final day of work at Company Name will be end date. It is with great regret that we see you go. It has been a pleasure working with you these past X years, and we appreciate your contribution to the company.
Yes, garden leave is legal. Several states have outlawed non-compete agreements, which restrict employees from working for another company after they leave.
Courts generally find that reasonable notice or garden leave provisions and other restrictions are enforceable when supported by a legitimate business interest, such as protecting and cementing customer relationships, maintaining the confidentiality of proprietary information, or both.